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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arden?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Arden Studio Apartments | $1,659 | $1,098 | $2,999 |
Cheap Arden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $1,176 | $4,233 |
Cheap Arden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $1,396 | $6,132 |
Cheap Arden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $1,695 | $6,190 |
Cheap Arden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arden, NC
Pricing Updated: 07/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Arden, NC area range in price from $1,098 to $18,000 with an overall median price of $14,463. The three Arden neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Arbor Woods at $1,098, King Heights at $1,320, and Royal Pines at $1,249. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Arden Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Arbor Woods | $2,095 | $1,098 | 134 |
King Heights | $6,500 | $1,320 | 46 |
Royal Pines | $6,500 | $1,249 | 80 |
Avery Creek | $18,000 | $1,098 | 144 |
Cliffs at Walnut Cove | $18,000 | $1,177 | 43 |
Kayden Valley | $18,000 | $1,176 | 56 |
Lake Julian | $18,000 | $1,098 | 157 |
Lake Julian Trails | $18,000 | $1,098 | 146 |
Southridge | $18,000 | $1,176 | 53 |
Waightstill Mountain | $18,000 | $1,098 | 209 |
Cheapest Available Arden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arden, NC is a Studio unit found at Venture at Lake Julian in the Kashmir neighborhood priced from $1,098. Audubon Place in the Kashmir neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,265. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arden apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Venture at Lake Julian | Glenville | Studio,1BA | $1,098 |
Audubon Place | The Finch | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Ansley at Roberts Lake | THE BLUE RIDGE | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arden, NC
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arden area is the $1.57 price per square foot Belize Model at Ashton Mills Townhomes in the in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Arden apartment is the Bliss Model at Hawthorne at Mills Gap starting at $1,850 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Bennington Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arden apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ashton Mills Townhomes | Belize | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.57 |
Hawthorne at Mills Gap | Bliss | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
Riverstone Apartments at Long Shoals | Belhaven II | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Kensington Place | Appalachían | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
Creekside at Arden | Arden 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Goldelm at The Views | A1 The Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Audubon Place | The Finch | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Blue Ridge Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Retreat at Arden Farms | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Nova at Biltmore Park | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Getting Around Arden, NC
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
10 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arden Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arden?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arden is at Venture at Lake Julian listed at $1,098.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arden Apartment is $1,265 at Audubon Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arden is starting from $1,417 at Hawthorne at Southside.
What is the most affordable Arden Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Arden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kensington Place and starts from $1,695.
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